Podcasts are pretty awesome ways to pass the time and they're informative and fun! Whether you're listening in the car, or using them as routine quiet time at home, podcasts can set the reset button on the day and bring everyone to center for a bit. They are even great supplements for homeschool education. There are tons of homeschool related podcasts out there and we're highlighting a few. Many homeschool podcasts are geared toward supporting and encouraging the homeschool parent. One such podcast is by none other than our local friend, Colleen Kessler. Colleen is a homeschooling parent, a gifted specialist, educational consultant, author and speaker who lives right here in Northeast Ohio. Here is a link to her podcast: Raising Lifelong Learners Podcast Other homeschool podcasts are geared toward kiddo listeners. Here is a list of some great podcasts for homeschool kids which supplement learning, encourage creativity, and support curiosity. Brains On! – Brains On! is a podcast featuring science and kids produced by American Public Media. Each episode is co-hosted by a different kid, exploring such questions as “why is the ocean salty?” and “how do elevators work?”.
Classics for Kids – Naomi Lewen brings classical music’s great composers to life through music and stories. Be sure to check out the website for lesson plans, worksheets and more! Story Nory – The Story Nory website has hundreds of free stories you can listen to, from fairy tales and myths to original stories, classics, poetry, and everything in between. You can listen online, download, or subscribe via iTunes (or whatever podcast app you use). Story Pirates – Story Pirates turns kids’ original stories into wild sketch comedy musicals featuring professional actors to show those kids just how amazing their ideas are. The Show About Science – 6-year-old Nate is the host of this podcast about science. Sparkle Stories – 1000 original stories available for $15/month. Some episodes are available for free. Astronomy Cast – Astronomy Cast takes a fact-based journey through the cosmos as it offers listeners weekly discussions on astronomical topics ranging from planets to cosmology. Barefoot Books Podcast – These classic children’s stories, fairy tales, poems and songs tap into the wisdom of many cultures, while never forgetting that childhood is a time for fun. Aaron’s World – An imaginative science podcast for kids exploring the pre-historic world. Adventures in Odyssey – Produced by Focus on the Family, these audio dramas have been around for quite a while, and are now available for online streaming on their website, as a podcast, or for purchase on CD. Membership in the Adventures in Odyssey Club is also available, which includes unlimited episode streaming and all the newest episodes. Paws & Tales – Geared for younger kids than the Adventures in Odyssey audience, this podcast, produced by Insight for Living, aims to capture the hearts of kids through characters they love and situations they can relate to. Tumble-Science Podcast for Kids – Exploring stories of scientific discovery, Tumble is a science podcast created to be enjoyed by the entire family. Hosted & produced by Lindsay Patterson (science journalist) & Marshall Escamilla (teacher). But Why? – This podcast is for curious kids, and kids can submit their own questions! But Why tackles topics large and small, about nature, words, and more. Nature Kids Radio -This podcast is completely dedicated to reconnecting kids, families and the entire human species with the wonders of nature! BBC’s Listen & Play – This podcast includes familiar songs, rhymes, stories and sound discrimination games. Stuff You Missed in History Class – Join Holly and Tracy as they bring you the greatest and strangest Stuff You Missed In History Class in this podcast by HowStuffWorks.com. Book Club for Kids – The Book Club for Kids is a podcast where young readers meet to talk about a book. The show includes a celebrity reading from the book and the author joins us in to answer your questions. The Radio Adventures of Dr Floyd – This family-friendly new twist on “old time radio” features the adventures and exploits of the World’s Most Brilliant Scientist, Dr. Floyd! Join Dr. Floyd as he tries to thwart the plans of his evil arch-nemesis, Dr. Steve, all the while learning about the people and events that shaped the history of the Earth. Fallacy Friday – A series by Matthew Flannagan dealing with critical thinking, logic, and fallacies. Science Friday NPR – Covering the outer reaches of space to the tiniest microbes in our bodies, Science Friday is the source for entertaining and educational stories about science, technology, and other cool stuff. High Five French – This podcast for young learners is part of the High Five French course from Radio Lingua Network. The full course, which includes videos, activity, and notes for parents, is available for purchase. Coffee Break French/Spanish/Italian/German/Chinese – These podcasts are part of the Coffee Break Languages courses available from Radio Lingua Network and are free. Full course material can be purchased. Your Story Hour – This podcast began back in the 1940s as a weekly library story hour turned radio show. It features exciting stories from the Bible and from true to life situations.
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